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TB O-rings

Didn't know about those O-rings so I guess when I do the TB sync it'd be wise to replace them as well before adjusting the screws---this will probably be the first time that's been done since new...

So if I understand things correctly I would
1) remove the TB screws
2) install new O-rings
3) put the screws back in all the way, then back them out a nominal amount, say 1.5 turns
4) hook up the Motion Pro and set about adjusting them for most even level thereafter until done

? Let me know if I missed anything; I'm going to order one of those MPs as soon as I can round up a few extra "hobby bucks."

I would like to check/adjust the valves and sync the throttle bodies on my '88 K75S in the next month. I bought a manometer, but I lack the two tools required for the valve adjustment. I have a couple of good friends who are R-bike experts, but I have the only K-bike in the area, so there are no tools that I can borrow.

Anybody have an idea where I can purchase, beg, borrow, or steal, well, I guess not steal, the tools?

Copied from Motobrick.com:
In order to adjust the valves (by installing different thickness shims) on a K75 or 2V K100, you need a couple of special tools: one to compress the valve spring and another to hold it down while you swap the shims. The Clymer manual lists these as part numbers 111720 and 111722 respectively. You can by them from BMW for $100 (see attached drawing below)

Kenneth is a good guy that is doing our community a great service! I've used my set on over 30 valve adjustments (mostly other peoples) and they work great!!

I agree completely. I happen to have a factory set and one of Ken's sets - one in Kansas, the other in Texas. The use of one set or the other is totally interchangeable. He makes a quality tool that will last several lifetimes.

Paul Glaves - "Big Bend", Texas U.S.A
"The greatest challenge to any thinker is stating the problem in a way that will allow a solution." - Bertrand Russellhttp://web.bigbend.net/~glaves/